About abhiemj/manim-mcp-server
abhiemj/manim-mcp-server is an MCP server published by abhiemj in the Browser category: manim MCP Server.
The repository has 652 stars and 95 forks, with the last commit a year ago. Six months or more without a commit doesn't mean the server is broken, but check the open issues before depending on it in production.
Install
git clone https://github.com/abhiemj/manim-mcp-serverThis server has no ConduID identity, so agent calls to it are not receipted. Pin the version you install and review the source before granting it credentials.
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README
Manim MCP Server
Overview
This is an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that executes Manim animation code and returns the generated video. It allows users to send Manim scripts and receive the rendered animation.
Features
- Executes Manim Python scripts.
- Saves animation output in a visible media folder.
- Allows users to clean up temporary files after execution.
- Portable and configurable via environment variables.
Installation
Prerequisites
Ensure you have the following installed:
- Python 3.8+
- Manim (Community Version)
- MCP
Install Manim
pip install manim
Install MCP
pip install mcp
Clone the Repository
git clone https://github.com/abhiemj/manim-mcp-server.git
cd manim-mcp-server
Integration with Claude
To integrate the Manim MCP server with Claude, add the following to your claude_desktop_config.json file:
{
"mcpServers": {
"manim-server": {
"command": "/absolute/path/to/python",
"args": [
"/absolute/path/to/manim-mcp-server/src/manim_server.py"
],
"env": {
"MANIM_EXECUTABLE": "/Users/[Your_username]/anaconda3/envs/manim2/Scripts/manim.exe"
}
}
}
}
Finding Your Python Path
To find your Python executable path, use the following command:
Windows (PowerShell):
(Get-Command python).Source
Windows (Command Prompt/Terminal):
where python
Linux/macOS (Terminal):
which python
This ensures that Claude can communicate with the Manim MCP server to generate animations dynamically.
Contributing
- Fork the repository.
- Create a new branch:
git checkout -b add-feature - Make changes and commit:
git commit -m "Added a new feature" - Push to your fork:
git push origin add-feature - Open a pull request.
License
This MCP server is licensed under the MIT License. This means you are free to use, modify, and distribute the software, subject to the terms and conditions of the MIT License. For more details, please see the LICENSE file in the project repository.
Author
Created by abhiemj. Contributions welcome! 🚀
Listed in Awesome MCP Servers
This repository is featured in the Awesome MCP Servers repository under the Animation & Video category. Check it out along with other great MCP server implementations!
Acknowledgments
- Thanks to the Manim Community for their amazing animation library.
- Inspired by the open-source MCP ecosystem.
Find me at
@aiburner_official
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